StarTech com ST1000SPEX43 User manual

Brand: StarTech com

Model: ST1000SPEX43

Type: User manual

StarTech com ST1000SPEX43 is a powerful 4-port Gigabit network adapter card that enhances your computer's networking capabilities. It supports high-speed data transfers up to 1000Mbps in each direction, providing a total throughput of 2000Mbps. With its advanced Realtek RTL8111G chipset, it ensures reliable network connections for demanding applications. Easily add four Gigabit Ethernet ports to your workstation or server through a single PCI Express slot.

Manual Revision: 04/27/2022

For the latest information, technical specications, and support for

this product, please visit www.startech.com/ST1000SPEX43.

ST1000SPEX43

PCIe Gigabit Network Card - 4 Port

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FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may

cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference

will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio

or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modications not

expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Industry Canada Statement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. CAN ICES-3 (B)/

NMB-3(B).

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including

interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts

de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:

(1) L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter

tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le

fonctionnement.

Use of Trademarks, Registered Trademarks, and other Protected Names and Symbols

This manual may make reference to trademarks, registered trademarks, and other

protected names and/or symbols of third-party companies not related in any way to

StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent

an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an endorsement of the product(s) to which

this manual applies by the third-party company in question. Regardless of any direct acknowledgement

elsewhere in the body of this document, StarTech.com hereby acknowledges that all trademarks,

registered trademarks, service marks, and other protected names and/or symbols contained in this

manual and related documents are the property of their respective holders.

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Table of Contents

Introduction ......................................................................................................... 1

Packaging contents .................................................................................................................................. 1

System requirements ............................................................................................................................... 1

Product diagram .................................................................................................2

Installation ............................................................................................................ 3

Install the network adapter card ......................................................................................................... 3

Driver installation ...................................................................................................................................... 3

Conrm installation .................................................................................................................................. 4

About LED indicators ........................................................................................ 4

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 5

Technical support ............................................................................................... 6

Warranty information ....................................................................................... 6

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Introduction

You can use the ST1000SPEX43 to add four separate Gigabit network ports to your

client, server, or workstation through just one PCI Express® slot. This four-port network

adapter card supports high-performance, four-channel networking, and a maximum

throughput of up to 1000Mbps in each direction (a total of 2000Mbps). The network

adapter card features the Realtek RTL8111G chipset, which is designed to deliver

the performance and enhanced capabilities that you need for reliable network

connections to your server or computer.

Packaging contents

• 1 x PCIe Gigabit network card - 4 port

System requirements

• Available PCIe x4 slot or higher (x8 or x16)

System requirements are subject to change. For the latest requirements, please visit

www.startech.com/ST1000SPEX43.

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Product diagram

RJ45 Ethernet ports

Link LED

Activity LED

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Installation

Install the network adapter card

Warning! PCIe cards should be handled carefully, especially when they’re transported

and installed. If you’re not careful, you can damage the network adapter card. Make

sure that you’re properly grounded by wearing an anti-static strap when you install

any computer component. If an anti-static strap isn’t available, touch a large grounded

metal surface for several seconds to discharge any built-up static electricity.

1. Turn o your computer and any devices or peripherals that are connected to it (for

example, printers, external storage, and so on).

2. Unplug the power cable from the back of your computer.

3. Disconnect any peripheral devices that are connected to your computer.

4. Remove the cover from your computer case. Consult the documentation that

came with your computer for details about how to do this safely.

5. Locate an open PCIe slot and remove the corresponding metal cover plate from

the back of your computer case. Consult the documentation that came with your

computer for details about how to do this safely. This network adapter card works

in PCIe slots of x4, x8, or x16 lanes.

6. Gently insert the card into the open PCIe slot and fasten the bracket to the back

of the case.

7. Place the cover back onto the computer case.

8. Reconnect the power cable to the back of your computer.

9. Reconnect all of the peripheral devices that you disconnected in step 3.

10. Turn on your computer.

Driver installation

• If the Network Adapter Card is installed on a computer with Windows 8 or higher/

Windows Server 2012 or higher, your computer will automatically detect the

Network Adapter Card and install all the required drivers.

• If you’re running a dierent Operating System, or the drivers do not automatically

install:

1. Navigate to www.StarTech.com/ST1000SPEX43 and click the Drivers/Downloads

tab.

2. Under Driver(s), download the Driver Package for your operating system, and follow

the steps outlined in the Installation guide, that’s included in the Driver Package.

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Conrm installation

To conrm installation on a computer running a version of Windows, complete the

following:

1. On your computer, navigate to Device Manager.

2. Under Network adapters, conrm that the number of Realtek adapters

corresponding to the number of RJ45 ports on the card are listed.

In some cases, an exclamation mark appears next to devices that aren’t installed

correctly. If the driver wasn’t installed correctly, try installing the driver again.

About LED indicators

The network adapter card features two LED indicators for each of the RJ45 Ethernet

ports. The Activity LED indicates the speed and mode of the Ethernet ports, and the

Link LED indicates if the port is connected or active. For more information about the

LED indicators, see the table below:

LED Behavior Signicance

Yellow Activity LED LED is illuminated. Network card is in Gigabit

mode.

Yellow Activity LED LED is not illuminated. Network card is in 10 or

100Mbps mode.

Green Link LED LED is illuminated. Network card is linked.

Green Link LED LED is blinking. Network card is completing

a process or activity.

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Troubleshooting

What should I do if I hook everything up and the system isn’t working as expected?

To conrm that the Ethernet cables, network adapter card, and computer system aren’t

the source of the issue, try the following:

• Use the Ethernet cables, network adapter card, and computer system with another

computer setup to see if the problem persists.

• Use dierent components to verify that the issue is with the network card. For

example, install the card in another system or use dierent Ethernet cables to test

the connection.

• Make sure that the Link LEDs on the network adapter card are illuminated as

expected. If the Link LEDs are illuminated, it means that the network adapter card

has a good electrical connection with the other parts of your setup.

• If you use a wall jack with an Ethernet cable, make sure that the jack is patched in

properly.

When you test the Ethernet cables, do the following:

• Test each cable individually.

• If possible, use short cables when you’re testing.

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Technical support

StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industry-

leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/support and

access our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads.

For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads

Warranty information

This product is backed by a two-year warranty.

StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods

noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for

repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and

labor costs only.

StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse,

alteration, or normal wear and tear.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers,

directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive,

incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss,

arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such

laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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StarTech.com is your one-stop source for every connectivity part you need. From the latest

technology to legacy products — and all the parts that bridge the old and new — we can help you

nd the parts that connect your solutions.

We make it easy to locate the parts, and we quickly deliver them wherever they need to go. Just talk

to one of our tech advisors or visit our website. You’ll be connected to the products you need in no

time.

Visit www.startech.com for complete information on all StarTech.com products and to access

exclusive resources and time-saving tools.

StarTech.com is an ISO 9001 Registered manufacturer of connectivity and technology parts. StarTech.com

was founded in 1985 and has operations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Taiwan

servicing a worldwide market.

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StarTech com ST1000SPEX43 User manual

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